Before Any Internal Control Procedure Is Initiated,which of the Following

question 14

Multiple Choice

Before any internal control procedure is initiated,which of the following questions must be primarily addressed by a company?

• A) Will this put an end to theft?
• B) Is this the best security money can buy?
• C) How much benefit will be derived from the cost of the procedure?
• D) Will this prevent accounting errors?

Estimate population parameters from sample statistics.

Understand the implications of sampling bias and how it affects statistical inference.

Understand the concept of margin of error and how it affects the precision of confidence intervals.

Apply statistical methods to practical problems in quality control and research.

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Definitions:

Actual Results

The real outcomes achieved by an organization, which can be measured and compared against its goals or forecasts.

Planned Activities

Predefined actions or strategies set by an organization in pursuit of its objectives.

Accounting Period

A specific and standard duration of time (such as a month, quarter, or year) during which accounting records are kept and financial statements are prepared.

Immaterial Variances

Small or insignificant differences between budgeted and actual figures that are not considered important enough to analyze in detail.